Mahabharata Drona Parva – अनादिष्टस तु गुरुणा कॊ नु युध्येत मानवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अनादिष्टस तु गुरुणा कॊ नु युध्येत मानवः
आदिष्टस तु तवया राजन कॊ नु युध्येत मादृशः
अभिजानामि तं देशं यत्र यास्याम्य अहं परभॊ

⚡ Quick Meaning

Without a command from a guru, who would have the courage to fight? Yet, with your orders, who would not rise to the occasion?

Translations

English Translation

This verse reflects the hierarchical nature of duty in warfare, questioning the motivation for battle and emphasizing the role of leadership in inspiring courage and loyalty among warriors.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध में कर्तव्य के पदानुक्रम को दर्शाता है, जो युद्ध के लिए प्रेरणा के स्रोत को और नेतृत्व की भूमिका को स्पष्ट करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Drona Parva, this shloka highlights the psychological dynamics at play within the battlefield, underlining leadership’s influence on motivation.

Meaning

The words capture the essence of duty, illustrating how leaders galvanize their warriors by invoking respect and allegiance among their ranks.

Application

This teaches that effective leadership is essential in any collective endeavor, inspiring courage and commitment across teams.